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An article appearing in the August 13 issue of the Stanford Report highlights the continuing challenges of integrating work and life priorities for employees and the support they can receive from the WorkLife Office.
Summer months offer a variety of professional development options. For benefits-eligible full time staff, the Staff Training Assistance Program (STAP) provides up to $800 per fiscal year (prorated for benefits-eligible part-time staff) for training and skills development related to your current job.
Two Stanford engineering students, Mersina Simanski, ’15, and Tyler Haydell, ’15, have collaborated with School of Medicine faculty and Palo Alto VA Hospital staff to create a mobile app that gives activity recommendations to informal caregivers of loved ones with dementia.
Stanford's Center on Longevity held an annual global design challenge that encourages students to design products and services to improve the lives of older adults.
The Stanford Historical Society (SHS) is a great way for retirees to stay involved with Stanford in a meaningful way.
Benefits-eligible staff with disrupted child or elder care now have the Back Up Care Advantage Program available for care needs; faculty have had access to the program since 2010.
Through programs like BeWell and the Health Improvement Program (HIP), it's easier than ever for Stanford employees to embrace physical activity and healthy living practices. Now, evidence suggests your state of mind also plays a critical role in your overall wellness, and it’s not surprising that what you eat and drink affects your psychological outlook.
On March 9, Stanford introduced a new online tool called the Total Compensation Statement, which provides a year-to-date view of an employee’s:
- Earnings;
- Health benefits;
- Vacation, holidays or other paid time off;
- Retirement savings;
- Other payments received such as BeWell Employee Incentive Program, transportation rewards and other incentives; and
- Stanford’s contributions to benefits
Stanford Benefits was recently made aware of a cyberattack against Premera Blue Cross, a health insurer based in the Pacific Northwest. Premera Blue Cross is separate and independent from Blue Shield of California, which administers our EPO, PPO and HDHP medical plans.
Stanford Benefits often receives several questions regarding dependent eligibility. While the information is available on the Stanford Benefits website and promoted during Open Enrollment and in the Welcome Center new hire orientation, we thought it would be helpful to summarize our most frequently asked questions.
A Stanford engineering student is collaborating with the School of Medicine and the Palo Alto VA Hospital to help caregivers of loved ones with dementia. The research project aims to develop a mobile tool for caregivers and is seeking volunteers to share stories of their caregiving experiences.
Stanford Health Care Alliance (SHCA) was newly offered to the Stanford community in 2014 and surveyed plan participants near the end of its first year. Feedback is being incorporated to strengthen services.
Whether your employment at Stanford just started or you’ve been here for 20+years, we know life evolves and the experiences you encounter may require added support.
Retirees can contact a new on-site service team with questions or concerns about health or retirement benefits plans and programs.
The ID Card Office moved on February 17, 2015 from Forsythe Hall to Tresidder Student Union.
Attend an information session in March to learn more about Tuition & Training Programs including the Tuition Grant Program, Staff Tuition Reimbursement Program, and Staff Training Assistance Program.
In University Human Resources (UHR), we take your feedback seriously. More than 700 employees responded to an employee communications survey last fall, telling us their preferences in communication styles, channels, and frequency.
Stanford University’s WorkLife Office, department of University Human Resources is a recipient of the WorldatWork Alliance for Work-Life Progress 2015 Seal of Distinction for demonstrating leadership in workplace strategies that help employees achieve work-life effectiveness.
A recent cyberattack against Anthem, Inc. appears to have minimal effect on Stanford employees. Blue Shield of California administers our EPO, PPO and HDHP medical plans and is a separate business entity from Anthem, Inc. with its own technology systems.
As of 11:30 am: Stanford University has been informed that a two-year contractual agreement has been finalized between Blue Shield and Sutter Health, effective Feb. 1, 2015.
The recent contract renewal negotiations between Blue Shield and Sutter Health have many employees feeling uneasy. How did it get to this point, and what does it really mean?
View University Human Resources' article, "The Blue Shield and Sutter Health Impasse and What it Means to Stanford Employees" in the Stanford Report.
When was the last time you checked the value of your retirement plan benefits? How often do you review the performance of the funds you chose for the Stanford Retirement Plan?
You may have heard in recent news that Blue Shield and Sutter Health have been unable to reach a contractual agreement for services and that the prior contract expired on December 31, 2014. If you are a Blue Shield medical plan member, read on for what this means for you.
Open Enrollment, which begins today, is the annual opportunity for benefits-eligible employees and retirees to change health care plans and to add or drop eligible dependents from coverage. (Benefits can only be changed during the year if there is a qualifying life event – the birth of a baby, an adoption, marriage or divorce – or a change in employment status.)
The first year of Voice & Influence Circles, inspired by Sheryl Sandberg's "Lean In" book, recently concluded. View the article, "Participants in women's leadership program at Stanford share their experiences with President Hennessy, other senior officials" in the Stanford Report.
The Faculty Staff Help Center (FSHC) office in the Mariposa House is relocating to the Keck Science Building on the main Stanford campus, 380 Roth Way, 1st floor, on Friday, August 22, 2014.
Are you traveling this summer with the family or planning to attend a business-related conference? In addition to packing your suitcase, it’s important to understand what to do and who to contact in case of a health emergency.
A look at the team in Lands, Building & Real Estate that maintains and enhances Stanford’s beautiful grounds.
